I'm so excited to be back releasing episodes of Safe Space with Shay after my summer hiatus and this episode was so refreshing and personally moving for me. In this episode I discuss with Natalie Casey, a Licensed Professional Counselor & Certified Brainspotting Practitioner what beliefs her diverse client based hold and how their beliefs and child upbringing impact their emotional wellbeing. Natalie also gave a brief yet clear explanation of Brainspotting and how affective it is in proce...

This episode was nothing short of amazing and so insightful! It's been a goal of mine to partner with other Minority & Marginalized Communities to create allyship with reducing the stigma of Mental Health because as Dr. Lo mentioned in this episode the impact of trauma is the same with our communities and we can all benefit through connecting and sharing to build greater relationships and communities. Dr. Lo is a fully Licensed Psychologist in the state of Michigan with over 20 years of e...

Narcissism and Narcissist are "buzz" words that are frequently being used in our society today and I wanted to take a deep dive to understand, what is Narcissism? And how can people impacted by a person who has Narcissist traits get the support they need to recover or better managed their interaction and communication with those who exhibit the Narcissist traits and behavior. Michelle A. May, MA, LPC, who has 36 years of experience working in the mental health field did a great job explaining...

This episode is near and dear to my heart personally as I know the importance of not only talking about ADHD but how imperative it is to understand it to ensure you find the right approach and strategies to manage ADHD to ensure a productive, progressive and satisfying life! Dr. Erikka Taylor Board Certified Psychiatrist exceeded my expectations throughout our conversation with her in-depth knowledge and expertise as an ADHD Psychiatrist who supports Children, Adolescent & Adults, t...

Happy 2024! I'm so glad to be back recording and releasing my podcast episodes that are always insightful and this episode was nothing short of that! I had the pleasure of having Mr. Ben Tate who is a Rehabilitation Counselor who support those who are overcoming Substance & Alcohol Abuse and Anxiety. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, "Black Americans have similar rates of substance use disorder (17%) as non-Hispanic Whites, but higher rates of ill...

We all need a "Friend-Check In" and on this episode I had my good friends Krista & Khalid back on and if you all don't remember Krista & Khalid joined me back on my "You Single or Naw?" episode and it was sooo good and popular amongst my listeners I had to have them back on! This episode was a free-flowing conversation with a focus on self-love and relationships, I hope you find this episode engaging! Disclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or...

On this episode I had the pleasure of having, Chautè Thompson, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator, Qualified Parenting Coordinator & Founder and Owner of Inspiring Hope Counseling Home - Inspiring Hope Counseling (inspirehopehealthhealing.com) & Brand New Me, LLC Relationship & Parenting Consultant | Chautè Henry Thompson (chautethompson.com) Chautè experience as a Family Mediator was very evident during our conversation with he...

I was so excited to have Dr. Dalton-Trusty on as she's a Director of Clinical Training and Co-Director of the Mental Health and Wellness Clinic at my alma mater Wayne State University! On this episode we talked about the stigmas that impact the Black Community mental health and wellness such as socio-economic and environmental factors, Dr. Dalton-Trusty shed light and provided some very pertinent points that I believe you'll find insightful. Her academic achievements and success are commendab...

On this episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Mr. Jason Phillips a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides evidence-based treatment for his clients through his private practice. Jason is approachable, relatable and knowledgeable in his field, he has an extensive background working with different populations in the mental health field that lend him the adaptability to support individuals especially black men on various levels when it comes managing daily stress, support healing with...

I'm always excited and appreciative to have experienced mental health professionals on my podcast to share and educate myself and my audience on their level of expertise in the mental health field. Dr. Gilmore has over 15 years of experience in emotional wellness, prioritizing self-care, healing trauma, and relationship preservation. When we think of mental health we often think about mental illness or trauma however emotional wellness (and unwellness) is a major component of mental hea...

This conversation with Licensed Professional Counselor, Dominique D. Walker was so refreshing, reinforcing and enlightening for those of us who are guiding and supporting our own Gen Z'ers! Being a young adult between the ages of 18-25 can be a bit overwhelming, confusing and uncertain! This is why this episode is so important in helping parents & guardians navigate this critical phase in their lives. Dominique provided some really sound and encouraging advice on parenting these young adu...

This episode was by far one of my favorite episodes! My curiousity was fulfilled and I learned so much beyond the mental health diagnosis that are often on the forefront such as Anxiety and Depression. Dr. Olele, a Board-Certified Psychiatrist provides mental health services to his patients through Genesis Psychiatric Solutions, www.genesispsychiatricsolutions.com, his extensive academic medical accomplishments and experience has solidified him as subject matter expert in providing quality ca...

On this episode I was excited to learn more about the history of the African diet and understanding the connection on how food impact our mood. Ashley Carter, RD, LDN & Jasmine Westbrooks, M.S., RD, LDN, CDCES are knowledgeable registered Dietitian who added much value to this conversation! They are the founders of EatWell Exchange and their goal and accomplishments are educating communities of color on nutrition with a focus on culture. With over 20k+ followers on Instagram their w...

Entrepreneurs lead a life making "Boss Moves" moving boldly and fearlessly however seldom do Entrepreneurs have this same mindset when it comes to their Mental & Emotional Wellness. Tamika Reeves, LPC-S and Owner of Transition Family Services talked about what Entrepreneurs faced on a daily basis and how they can incorporate practical life changes and choices to achieve more of an intentional balanced life. To learn more about Tamika and her staff visit her website transition family servi...

Get your notepad and pencil ready people because Tiffany is taking us to school! Tiffany is a Licensed Psychotherapist and CEO of Uprooting Me where she teaches courses centered around social emotional skills, EMDR-Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy and she also manage her clients through her private practice. We often have the understanding when we are healing from trauma it's addressed from a mental and emotional aspect however during this conversation, we will also...

Generation Baby boomers, you matter, how can we show up for you, mentally and emotionally? Baby boomers are the emerging elders in our society born from 1946 to 1964 and they were subject to racial divide, socio economic impacts that resulted from that divide, disenfranchisement and even their own personal traumas with no space to acknowledge their own emotional needs or mental wellness. We often see a tough, dismissive or self-sacrificing exterior from our elders because they didn't have the...

Death & Loss are an inevitable part of life and with that comes grief that many don't understand let alone know of healthy coping skills to help them navigate through the grieving process. In the black community we pride ourselves on being strong and having grit based on our keen survival skills however we often forget how essential vulnerability is and necessary during the grieving process. Dr. Mekel professional expertise and personal experience with grief gives light and understa...

I couldn't wait to discuss Love & Marriage with Dr. Ally! In the black community there's a high regard and emphasis on marriage however understanding the history of marriage in black community will give you more context and a better understanding of what to consider before marriage and having a realistic perspective on what's to come and how to navigate through the inevitable changes and pitfalls that come with marriage. Dr. Ally personable persona, knowledge and expertise as a Rela...

This episode was soooo enlightening! Charlett Hodge, LPC-Licensed Professional Counselor & NCC-National Certified Counselor was knowledgeable, experienced and passionate on the topic and the importance of the adolescent phase our children experience. This is a challenging phase for children and the parents however navigating through this stage can be less volatile if we have the resources and apply the knowledge to help us (parents) and the child(ren) navigate in a beneficial way. C...

Dia Hicks, Therapist, Clinical Supervisor, Professional Life Coach & Speaker did not disappoint on this episode as we talked about trauma, what trauma is, the causes and how it shows up in our bodies physically. This conversation was insightful and engaging, I hope this conversation resonates with you or someone you know that you can share this episode with, as I'm committed to sharing knowledge to our community to find courage, heal and sustain and maintain mentally and emotionally healt...